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Whether we have paid conscious attention to it or not, Nollywood cinema and its influence on popular culture in the current digital age has been a long-in-the-works phenomenon, which has only very recently received its global due diligence.
Mitchell Gilbert Messina, an experimental South African artist, has an intuition for blending satisfactory design with intentional artistry. He recently added co-founder of the artist-run Under Projects gallery space to his list of constantly growing roles.
Not so long ago, attaining genuine artistry as a musician was a privilege reserved for nepo-babies, industry giants or those talented enough to be chosen and sponsored by capital corporations – today, music is an art form that is currently being revolutionized and we owe a large part of that ubiquity to the bedroom studio.
Once a month, Marvel fans and Twilight fans gather on Twitter to reiterate the impact of watching the Avengers assemble against Thanos and the Cullens face off against the Volturi respectively, live in the theatre. Although the age of streaming has long taken over, we are still a generation that craves to make a connection with what they consume beyond watching.
At 7:32 pm on the 25th of December 1991, the revolutionary red flag of the Soviet Union was lowered from atop the Council of Ministers building in the Kremlin. At 7:45 it was replaced by the Russian tricolor flag above the illuminated dome, as chimes from the Spassky Tower clock rang to mark the momentous occasion.
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THE ACT OF WATCHING OTHERS ENGAGING IN SEXUAL OR NUDE ACTIVITY HAS BEEN AROUND SINCE THE DAWN OF FUCKING.
Katsu is a graffiti artist most know for his innovative tech-driven style within the digital space. The narrative around his work has evolved through out the past years, a lot of his artworks speak on consumerism, social action and commentary on the social space; internet.
TATTOOS HAVE EXISTED ALMOST AS LONG AS THE HUMAN RACE, HAVING BECOME SO POPULARISED IN RECENT YEARS, IT IS EASY TO FORGET THE LONG AND OFTEN SPIRITUAL REASON BEHIND TATTOOING IN MANY CULTURES.
In the 21st Century, the majority of the creative projects being released are generated by looking at pre-existing work and previous ideologies. I think that the process of finding original ideas by simply looking inwards is a concept that could be explored further.
Social media is a haven of the 21 st century. It has made the world a smaller and more connected place.
How do you see yourself? What do you look like? Can you represent yourself? The Venus figurines are small figures made from stone, ivory, bone or clay. They all portray round women with heavy breasts and full thighs and bellies. Most come from the Grattavian period, that's about 25,000 years ago. They are considered by most historians as some of the first prehistoric art.
Anyone who cares or at least follows any school of art, whether be it music, visual arts, carpentry, sculpting and etc has noticed an aesthetic identity for particular artists. Some artists take it even further and make eras of specific aesthetics.
THE SUPERMAN IS THE ULTIMATE PERSON, SOMEONE WHO HAS TRANSCENDED THE PREJUDICES AND RESTRICTIONS OF THEIR SOCIETY AND CREATED THEIR OWN VALUES AND BELIEFS. THEY ARE CREATIVE, DISCONTENT, FLEXIBLE, SELF-CONFIDENT, CHEERFUL AND COURAGEOUS. THEY DEFY NIHILISM BY FINDING MEANING AND PURPOSE ON EARTH
Countering The Argument That The Quality Of Music Has Deteriorated In The Modern Era
Many should know by now that the reign of the Apartheid regime from 1948-1994 saw one of the most concerning practices of racial injustice and infringements on basic human rights to date, with the anti-Apartheid movement even having garned worldwide support in its time.
Maman is the name given to the 30ft high, marble, bronze and stainless steel sculpture of a spider.
STORY.MFG IS AN UK,EAST LONDON BASED ETHICAL BRAND WITH AN INTENSE FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY AND A SLOWER PRODUCT DESIGN PROCESS, SPEARHEADED BY HUSBAND AND WIFE DUO; KATY AND SAEED AL-RUBEYI.
ZAMROCK IS A ZAMBIAN GENRE OF MUSIC THAT INCORPORATES TRADITIONAL AFRICAN MUSIC WITH PSYCHEDELIC ROCK, HARD ROCK, BLUES AND FOLK MUSIC.
To say that existence is something that is quite difficult to get through is an understatement while still being relative to how life goes for the individual that is experiencing it at that specific period in time.
LEGLINER? THE SUPPRESSED SUPPLY OF NYLON STOCKINGS (BECAUSE, WAR) LEAD TO WOMEN MIMICKING STOCKINGS BY DRAWING THEM ONTO THEIR LEGS WITH… EYELINER.
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Celebrating Emerging Artists
GUSHER Meets is a captivating column showcasing talented young artists. We highlight their unique perspectives and works, from budding painters to up-and-coming musicians. Explore their artistic journeys and inspirations, and join us in celebrating their creative fervor. Discover the boundless possibilities when talent meets opportunity with GUSHER Meets: Where Artistic Futures Unfold.
AN INTERVIEW WITH ARTIST SSSKYLARKKK, ABOUT HIS LATEST RELEASE SKYPARK. ACCOMPANIED BY SOME SMALL TOWN CHITCHAT
THIS MONTH GUSHER MEETS* PHENYO WAZE, A YOUNG CREATIVE WHO HAS QUITE A DIVERSE PORTFOLIO. TWO MUSICAL PROJECTS, DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY FOR A SHORT-FILM NAMED CHILDHOOD’S END (DIRECTED BY SCOTT PATON-LEVIN & CHAEL DAE) AND RECENTLY FOUNDED A JOHANNESBURG BASED BRAND NAMED “SUGARWOOD”. PHENYO’S CLEARLY SOMEOME WITH HIS EYE BEYOND THE SKY.
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CAPE TOWN NATIVE JARRY PITBOI IS NO NEW FACE TO THE GUSHER COMMUNITY, COMMING INTO THE MIX IN THE EARLIER STAGES HE BECAME A FAMILIAR NAME ON THE G STREETS WITH HIS CONSISTENT DROPS AND UNIQUE DELIVERY. FIRST POPPING UP DURING THE GUSHER FRIDAYS (A MONTH WHERE WE RELEASED A BUNCH OF MUSIC BY EMERGING ARTISTS EVERY FRIDAY) JARRY’S DON’T TALK QUICKLY BECAME A FAVOURITE AMONGST THE COMMUNITY. SINCE THEN HE HAS PUT OUT AN ARRAY OF SINGLES, EPS AND COLLABRATIVE PROJECTS. IT ONLY FELT APPROPRIATE TO START OFF GUSHER MEETS WITH ONE OF OUR OLDEST FRIENDS. MEET JARRY PITBOI.
It cannot be denied that South Africa has brought forth several amazing films and productions. From Tsotsi to Jerusalema, South African films have shook the big screen and have been engraved in our minds. With that being said, why is it that we are not watching South African films and movies anymore?